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Thursday Apr 20, 2023
Thursday Apr 20, 2023
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These quotes show the differences in opinion among scholars. John MacArthur said this in teaching that believers cannot have demons:
The Bible convincingly reveals that true believers cannot be inhabited by Satan or demons. However, they can be tormented, oppressed, and harassed externally, even to a severe degree like Saul (or centuries later, like Paul, who was allowed to endure a satanic thorn in the flesh, 2 Cor. 12:7). Should demons actually be found to indwell a person, this would be evidence that he or she lacks genuine salvation, no matter how strongly that person or a counselor or a pastor or even a demon argues otherwise. If one encounters a truly demonized person, then he must recognize the strength of the enemy, appeal to God in prayer (see Jude 9), and use the power of Scripture (Rom. 1:16)—especially the gospel—to deal with the situation.
Wilmington shares about Dr. Merrill Unger whose view on the topic changed from believing Christians could not have demons to that they can. He says:
In 1969, well-known evangelical scholar Dr. Merrill F. Unger stated in his book titled Biblical Demonology that a believer could not be demon possessed, based on the assumption that an evil spirit could not indwell the redeemed body together with the Holy Spirit. However, in two subsequent books, Demons in the World Today (1971) and What Demons Can Do to Saints (1977), Dr. Unger reversed his original position, writing that, under certain conditions, carnal believers might indeed be subjected to this frightening experience. Unger came to this conclusion after listening to and visiting with various missionaries around the world who related many accounts where Christians displayed every evidence of having demons within!2
Ed Murphy takes a moderate view in saying that a believer cannot be possessed but he can be strongly demonized.
Perhaps the most controversial question to be raised is, “Can a true believer be demonized?” Note that I am speaking not of demon possession, but of demonization. Possession implies ownership and total control. Christians, even disobedient ones, belong to God, not to Satan. Thus, Satan cannot control them totally. Demonization is a different matter, however. By demonization I mean that Satan, through his demons, exercises direct, partial control over an area or areas of the life of a Christian or non-Christian.3
In considering this topic, Wayne Grudem argues that the translation “demon possessed” which is common in many modern versions does not actually reflect the Greek. The term really just means “to have demons.” He says:
The term demon possession is an unfortunate term that has found its way into some English translations of the Bible but is not really reflected in the Greek text. The Greek New Testament can speak of people who “have a demon” (Matt. 11:18; Luke 7:33; 8:27; John 7:20; 8:48, 49, 52; 10:20), or it can speak of people who are suffering from demonic influence (Gk. δαιμονίζομαι, G1227), but it never uses language that suggests that a demon actually “possesses” someone. 4
Therefore, it is probably best to not use the term “possessed” when referring to demonic control of people. Demons afflict both believers and nonbelievers, and in that affliction, they exert various levels of control and influence. Certainly, Satan and his demons can never “separate” true believers from the love of God as Romans 8:38-39 says.
Demonic spirits that can attach are related to
What I went through…
What my people experienced…
A more free prayer language, a clearer conscience and easier to see and know when you are entering attraction to sin.
Are you interested in trying the deliverance ministry for yourselves?
Wednesday Apr 19, 2023
Tuesday Apr 18, 2023
Tuesday Apr 18, 2023
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I WAS DEMON POSSESSED - COMING SOON.
One of the most abused scriptures in the bible… I have seen it tattooed on dozens of people and on hundreds of edgy cool bible pictures on social media… but it is just plain misunderstood.
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There once was a man who was hit by a Beautiful new Mercedes car, but he was not hurt. Even though he was all right he faked being hurt to get some money so that he could by a new Mercedes out of the deal. So he proceeded to lie on the ground fantasizing about “his” new car. As he laid there waiting for someone to come to him another car came along and hit him and he was paralyzed for life. This is what Covetousness does to us. Our desire ends up paralyzing us.
Phil. 4:11 Not that I speak from need, for I have learned to be content in whatever circumstances I am. 12 I know how to get along with little, and I also know how to live in prosperity; in any and every circumstance I have learned the secret of being filled and going hungry, both of having abundance and suffering need. 13 I can do all things through Him who strengthens me. 14 Nevertheless, you have done well to share with me in my difficulty.
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me… Three points we miss about this verse.
One - it is not about physical triumph… so if you are quoting this and stepping into the ring to fight someone… good luck, its on you and your preparation. This verse is about how we live, not how we fight, or how we start a business, or get the girl or any other whacked out way we use it…
Secondly… it is Paul bragging about living in poverty and being ok with it… how many Pastors, Evangelists and the like preach this on social media? I can hear it now… are you broke, are you in need, are you hungry… can’t pay your bills… well you are in luck, God will strengthen you so that you can still live through it… not change it, but simply live through it. Yea its a hard sell, but thats what it means…. however the third point is even more crucial.
He strengthens us to live for him while in blessing and riches… trust me that is actually harder than being content with nothing… if you really want to taste being empty… be rich. I know it sounds crazy, but if you are in that position you will understand that you need Gods strength more than ever if you fun into money.
Steve Brown writes, "The unhappy person in the world is not someone who didn't get what he or she wanted. The unhappy person is the one who got what he or she wanted and then found out that it wasn't as wonderful as expected. The secret of a happy life is not to get what you want but to live with what you've got. Most of us spend our lives concentrating on what we don't have instead of thanking God for what we do have. Then we wake up, our life is over, and we missed the beauty of the present. You think about that."
-Servant Magazine, September, 1993 p.8
Monday Apr 17, 2023
Monday Apr 17, 2023
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I WAS DEMON POSSESSED - COMING SOON.
Fear is typically bad.. but there are a few fears that are good, and in fact today I am going to talk to you about a fear your should pray to have and live by every day!
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Blessed is every one who fears the Lord, (you are more interested in what his word and his voice are telling you to do than the other voices around you)
Who walks in His ways. (This is the proof that you are fearing him, your actions speak louder than words)
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When you eat the labor of your hands,
You shall be happy, and it shall be well with you.
(your hard work will pay off, and you will see advancement in what you do. its gonna be aallll good)
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Your wife shall be like a fruitful vine
In the very heart of your house, (your wife will be blessed with children, and success in who she is. Vines have grapes, grapes produce wine… wine is celebratory. Your wife will be a constant cause of joy and celebration in your life)
Your children like olive plants
All around your table.
(Olive plants in those days were symbolic of Gods grace, olive oil was something used to set things apart. You anointed things with oil signifying it was for God. Basically your kids will stand out for all the good God reasons) And around your table signifies again the idea of family… it will speak well for your whole family.
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Behold, thus shall the man be blessed
Who fears the Lord.
This is stating again and emphasizing these verses… Its as if I said “you know when you shop for deals a, b, and C happen and thats why you shop for deals”.
He is putting a bow on this to signify its importance.
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The Lord bless you out of Zion,
Zion… that is Gods throne up in heaven. He sees you from heaven and he pronounces blessing on you from heaven. Everyone gets to see your life blessed from heaven down. Hey the orders are coming in from the top!
And may you see the good of Jerusalem
All the days of your life…
In a sense the psalmist is saying… may this trend continue through out all your families family and families…
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Yes, may you see your children’s children…
Finally he is stating… you will live a long life.
And by this we see one last stanza stating the obvious… if you bless israel, if you pray for Israel, if you love Israel you will be blessed.
Peace be upon Israel!
Genesis 12:3 I will bless those who bless you and curse those who curse you.
It is a simple Psalm that can be prayed every day and it will begin to capture your heart… but it all starts with fearing the lord.
Friday Apr 14, 2023
Friday Apr 14, 2023
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I WAS DEMON POSSESSED - COMING SOON.
True spiritual power is unlocked when you understand it comes through the power of perception. Seeing what is unseen, seeing what is behind it and seeing the future once you are through it. If you can get that… you can do anything.
Your destiny has been won, the question is will you fight for it.
Your freedom has been given, will you run after it.
Your authority has been granted, will you master it.
Your blessings have been secured, will you claim them.
Your power has been activated, will you establish it.
The secret to overcoming obstacles is understanding that they will never end until Jesus comes back. The obstacle is the goal. Each obstacle that is overcome grants you greater access into your destiny, your freedom, authority, blessings and power… but it also leads you to a new and greater obstacle.
REPEAT AFTER ME: THERE WILL ALWAYS BE ANOTHER OBSTACLE…
AND BECAUSE THAT IS TRUE… CAN YOU GENUINELY BE HAPPY ABOUT IT?
God in his grace, mercy and forethought knows to give us seasons of rest… but don’t be fooled, that rest is prep for more obstacle training and conquering.
With each victory we become more skilled, more faith minded with a greater degree of trust as we push in. We are no longer rattled, but rather intensely curious as to how God will work through this new obstacle.
about 30 years ago I would worry about how our family would make it financially, in time I would casually worry about it, and given more time I would not worry about it as much as it would take up some of my mental energy, and then soon enough I would just simply trust God about it and now I laugh and shrug my shoulders and almost giggle saying to myself “wow, this will be a fun one to watch God show up in”. No worry, no fret, no mental energy wasted… just simply conquering each obstacle and growing through them - but it took time to grab ahold of that mindset.
No more fear, no more worry just simply excited and eagerly waiting in anticipation as to how God is going to show off.
Thursday Apr 13, 2023
Thursday Apr 13, 2023
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10 years ago a lot of up and coming companies -many in the tech field- were firing people over 50 and hiring 35 and under… they could pay them less and work them harder… or so they thought. Now those same companies are firing 35 and under and are hiring 55 and older… why? well thats where we are going today.
Why hire over 55? They actually work…
No surfing the internet, no whining, no excuses
They don’t want 16 weeks off when their girlfriend is pregnant…
They don’t expect a raise with for no other reason than they think they deserve one
They will work weekends, They will work late, they will work early…
2 These. 3:
9 It wasn’t that we didn’t have the right to ask you to feed us, but we wanted to show you firsthand how you should work for your living. 10 Even while we were still there with you, we gave you this rule: “He who does not work shall not eat.”
11 Yet we hear that some of you are living in laziness, refusing to work, and wasting your time in gossiping. 12 In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ we appeal to such people—we command them—to quiet down, get to work, and earn their own living. 13 And to the rest of you I say, dear brothers, never be tired of doing right.
14 If anyone refuses to obey what we say in this letter, notice who he is and stay away from him, that he may be ashamed of himself. 15 Don’t think of him as an enemy, but speak to him as you would to a brother who needs to be warned.
God created man on the sixth day with two basic purposes by which he would fulfill his primary purpose to glorify God as a bearer of the Divine Image(that is i.e. our way to make God look good): working and multiplying.
Paul says I will give you a command: It means more than just a command (and it does mean a command) but the underlying meaning is “Hey News flash… you don’t work, you don’t eat - figure it out… what are you stupid!)
Now this verse isn’t just for those who won’t work… but the principle is broader than that… you might have a job, but you are still lazy. You still expect things to get handed to you. You want a raise, a promotion, a longer vacation… even without putting in the work.
Things seem unfair, you seem ok living with your parents or your 3 friends…
You think someday it will just figure itself out…
WAKE UP CALL: Paul says… do not associate with those people. Why? So they might be ashamed…
Does God shame people - well yes, Luke 13:16,17
but more specifically this word means it will cause people to take a solemn serious look at what their actions are causing…
So I recommended a guy for a job a few years ago… he got the job and then sucked at it…
so now here are the solemn consequences…
- If a young woman was watching- she now knows don’t date this guy he can’t even keep a job and he is not tough enough to make it work… marriage will eat him up
- He has now cemented his habit again… making it even harder to stick with a job or a hard situation. When you quit, you are a quitter and its easier to quit anything hard
- he will now again think life is unfair… which will lead to his low self esteem, he becomes a victim
- he has not built a good resume for a future job
- he has made sure that i will never recommend him again for a job
- His parents now wrestle with guilt, frustration, anger and more seeing their son as a quitter
- he now has most likely kept a very hard working man who legitimately has a family with needs and who would be a great worker… he is keeping that guy from getting a job… how so? well now if I send that guy to my friend, my friend will say “the last guy you sent me sucked… so I am not taking my chances on this other guy”.
- You are looked down upon by your peers. My best friends are workaholics. they sweat, bleed, push, work more harder and are providers… and we all look poorly on those who don’t work
- and because of that You now hang with quitters… Hard workers don’t want to hang out with quitters
- You are losing time. If you had stuck with that sucky job from 3 years ago, you would probably be making more, with a promotion or two…
- you have kept yourself from tasting the victory of perseverance through adversity. I have pictures on my phone from the last 10 years where I was painting houses, picking up trash, mowing lawns, moving furniture… They all sucked, they were all hard work and I was gifted in none of them… but now I have the taste of perseverance in my life. and you become addicted to working hard and persevering.
Have you ever heard someone say “I wish I had your job… travel around and just talk and get paid”. I had a kid say this to me at a school… my response was this..
You couldn’t handle the world I live in. You can’t even keep your saggy ass pants up… hanging down. You think when I negotiated the contract with the state of florida I walked in with my pants hanging down. I had to read 20 pages of a contract and understand it… I asked the kid how many books he thought I had read to write, memorize and speak and get paid, over a 500. I asked him what my tax liabilities are working in Florida but living in Minnesota, I asked him if there is a dispute over non-payment do we argue that point in my state or the other persons state…
I asked him what job he currently has in order to use that as seed money to put into flyers, postage, airfare and conventions in order to build relationships to get gigs to speak. I asked him how much schooling he has… I have my Masters in management…
Hard work trumps everything… and God does not bless laziness, excuses, tardiness, apathy, lethargy, whining, victimhood or your lack of responsibility.
Wednesday Apr 12, 2023
Wednesday Apr 12, 2023
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The dog jumping through the window
The Belgian Malinois had no fear… why? he had already done a few tours in Iraq … he is an ex Marine…
Acts 10:38
how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and with power, who went about doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil, for God was with Him.
- 1 Thessalonians 1:5
For our gospel did not come to you in word only, but also in power, and in the Holy Spirit and in much assurance, as you know what kind of men we were among you for your sake.
- 1 Corinthians 2:4
And my speech and my preaching were not with persuasive words of human wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power,
And having disarmed the powers and authorities, he made a public spectacle of them, triumphing over them by the cross. Colossians 2:15
The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds. 2 Corinthians 10:4
You, dear children, are from God and have overcome them, because the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world.1 John 4:4
Put on the full armor of God, so that you will be able to stand firm against the schemes of the devil. Ephesians 6:11
No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. Romans 8:37
Tuesday Apr 11, 2023
Monday Apr 10, 2023
Monday Apr 10, 2023
Mathew 5:13 “You are the salt of the earth. But what good is salt if it has lost its flavor? Can you make it salty again? It will be thrown out and trampled underfoot as worthless.
14 “You are the light of the world—like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden. 15 No one lights a lamp and then puts it under a basket. Instead, a lamp is placed on a stand, where it gives light to everyone in the house. 16 In the same way, let your good deeds shine out for all to see, so that everyone will praise your heavenly Father.
Friday Apr 07, 2023
Friday Apr 07, 2023
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When was the last time you had a really really good day? I remember this past October sitting in one of my best friends boats… sunny, warm, shirt off listening to 80s hair metal and Bam, I caught a 54 inch Muskie… that was a good day… and thats where we are going today.
It was a good day to be born…
Russell Crow of Gladiator… great movie
The great Jazz performer Billie Holiday
and of course another birthday was Jackie Chan… today was a good day…
But today is more good’er than that, in fact today is a good day to die.
Jesus died on the cross today in history.
Holy
Willfully
Lovingly
Righteously
It was a good day to die… If you were Jesus Christ.
And today is a good day to live for him.
Holy
Willfully
lovingly
Righteously
His life, his death and his goodness in spite of our sinfulness is what the Christian life is all about.
Spread some Good today be celebrating Gods goodness in your life.